The first law for the conservation of endangered species, passed in the United States.
CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) is established.
International efforts to protect rhinoceros species from poaching intensify.
The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) highlights the importance of biodiversity conservation.
Global campaigns begin to save the world's tiger populations.
Launched by the U.S. government to support conservation efforts for endangered great apes worldwide.
Declared by the United Nations to raise awareness of biodiversity issues.
Increased global attention and efforts to protect pangolins from illegal wildlife trafficking.
Countries agree to combat climate change, indirectly helping preserve habitats critical to endangered species.
Efforts are amplified to save the critically endangered vaquita, a small porpoise species, from extinction.
The IUCN updates the global plan, targeting species recovery and emphasizing sustainable practices.
Discussions on climate change and its impact on endangered species take center stage.